What we’re showing
The number of U.S. troops & contractors stationed in the Middle East, as well as key bases around the region. Troop figures were compiled by Axios, and represent the latest estimates as of Oct 2023.
Context
Country | Number of troops & contractors | As of date |
---|---|---|
Turkey | 1885 | 2023 |
Syria | 900 | 2023 |
Jordan | 2936 | 2023 |
Saudi Arabia | 2700 | 2023 |
Bahrain | 9000 | 2022 |
Qatar | 8000 | 2022 |
Iraq | 2500 | 2021 |
Kuwait | 13500 | 2021 |
UAE | 3500 | 2021 |
Oman | 200 | 2021 |